Wagholi Pune housing crisis, builder negligence Pune, PMC inaction Wagholi, lift room collapse Pune, Mayuri Tarangan society problems
Seven years after moving into Mayuri Tarangan Society on Wagholi-Lohgaon Road, residents are still living without functioning lifts, fire safety systems, proper sewage and water supply — raising alarm over structural safety and the builder’s prolonged non-compliance.
The housing society, home to over 200 residents across two seven-storey buildings, witnessed a recent structural scare when a portion of the lift room on the seventh floor collapsed during the night. While no injuries were reported, the incident has fuelled growing fears about the integrity of the building. Despite being handed possession in 2018, residents claim critical infrastructure remains missing. “There have been no working lifts since day one, and with no fire systems or even a transformer in place, it’s a risk to everyone living here — especially the elderly and children,” said a resident. Drainage chambers remain uncovered and the monsoon season is heightening concerns. The builder, who had sought an extension until 2021 to complete all promised amenities, has yet to deliver on basic utilities, recreational areas, and safety infrastructure.
Residents allege negligence and poor construction quality, holding the developer accountable for delays and safety risks. In response, the Wagholi Against Corruption Organization (WACO) submitted a formal letter this week demanding:
1. Immediate installation of lifts, sewage and water treatment systems
2. Completion of internal roads and reliable electricity supply
3. A binding project timeline and access to compliance reports
Residents have warned that legal action will follow if no progress is made within seven days. Meanwhile, repeated outreach to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has gone unanswered. Residents say this lack of oversight enables such violations to persist unchecked.
“This is no longer a matter of inconvenience. It’s a question of safety and basic dignity,” said another resident.
